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Question
Mention the administrative functions of Cabinet.
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Solution
Administrative functions of Cabinet:
(i) The Cabinet formulates both external and domestic policies of the Government such as defence, economic policies, security needs, President’s Rule in State, formation of new States, industrial policy and imports.
(ii) Once the policy is made by the Cabinet, the Ministers concerned carry it out either by administrative action or by drafting a Bill and piloting it through the Legislature.
(iii) It co-ordinates the working of various departments for the smooth implementation of policy.
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